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Beauty Pick of the Week: Clean, TRUblend, Bla...
Published on Monday, June 13, 2011 by caryn Thank you to Kroger and CoverGirl for sponsoring this review. While CoverGirl provided me with a $30 gift card to purchase CoverGirl products at Kroger stores, the opinions I've expressed here are solely my own, represent my honest viewpoint, and not that of CoverGirl, Kroger, or Proctor & Gamble. I am making no claims about the products, just expressi... Read More » -
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Trying Out the New Asian Salad At McDonald...
Published on Sunday, June 12, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winners are Kelly Ann T. and dddiva. Congrats! Earlier this year, I posted some tips on making healthy choices while dining out. While I definitely have my preferences as to where I'd like to eat, I can typically find something healthy (ier), at any restaurant. Quick-serve dining is prevalent in our socie... Read More » -
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Pretend City’s Newest Exhibits
Published on Sunday, June 12, 2011 by caryn The way my son plays has obviously changed and evolved. He's very much into pretend play and I often find him "talking" to and with his toys. One of our favorite places to learn and discover is Pretend City Children's Museum in Irvine, CA. Earlier this week, the museum opened two new exhibits...a dental office and a library. Children's experience at The Pret... Read More » -
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Make A Commitment To Eat Fresh This Summer
Published on Saturday, June 11, 2011 by caryn Every year, I make a commitment to do better...to eat more foods that grow on trees or in the ground...to cook as opposed to eating out...to simplify our eating habits so that we're healthier. While we're definitely committed to eating this way, there is always room for improvement. Last week, Frigidaire and Jennifer Garner joined families at a local farm in Ne... Read More » -
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Father’s Day Gift Idea: Kiehl’s S...
Published on Friday, June 10, 2011 by caryn In just one week, we will celebrate the dads in our lives. I don't know about you but I'm struggling to figure out what to get my husband (on the contrary, I know exactly what I'm going to get my own father!). My husband is actually very low-maintenance and often tells me that he'd be happy with whatever I picked out. But, this year he is going to get some amazi... Read More » -
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Dad’s Making A Difference
Published on Friday, June 10, 2011 by caryn With Father's Day coming up, I've been thinking about how to recognize the dads in my life. My husband, my father, and my father-in-law have all done amazing things. My father took me to school and picked me up every single day during my school years, cooked, and cleaned so my mother could pursue her career, my father-in-law took a job 300 miles away but came home... Read More » -
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Will Smith, Alicia Keys, and The Black Eyed P...
Published on Friday, June 10, 2011 by caryn "No one will serve the Next Generation Customer with more passion and greater purpose than Walmart associates." - Mike Duke, President and CEO of Walmart On any other morning, I would have rather slept in than wake up at 4 am (Central Time, mind you) for a 4-hour business meeting. But this was no ordinary meeting...and no ordinary company. I knew Walmart's an... Read More » -
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Saturday’s Family Movie: Field of Visio...
Published on Thursday, June 9, 2011 by caryn This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Jaque R.. Congrats! Our current in-theater movie options include animated films or flicks that are not kid-friendly, with little in-between. When P&G and Walmart introduced Family Movie Night, I was excited about the possibility of not only being able to watch a wholesome movie with the hubby, b... Read More » -
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Easy, Healthy, and Delicious Ways To Consume ...
Published on Thursday, June 9, 2011 by caryn Some of my favorite foods are packed with essential nutrients like calcium, posphorus, protein, vitamins A, D and B12, riboflavin, and niacin. Because I really enjoy eating cheese, yogurt, ice cream, sour cream, and more I have to ensure I'm choosing Organic, low-fat varieties and balancing those foods with my diet. As I mentioned last week, this month is Nationa... Read More » -
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A Childhood Favorite, A Grown-Up Movie, and A...
Published on Thursday, June 9, 2011 by caryn Over the last few months, I've had the opportunity to share information about Disney's latest film and DVD releases. Next week, I am honored to attend what looks to be an amazing blogger event with Disney. The 5-day schedule will include a host of activities including a screening and press junket for Winnie the Pooh, a screening and Q&A with DreamWorks for The... Read More » -
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Cube Dog…A Clever Alternative To The Re...
Published on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 by caryn Thank you to Cube Dog for sponsoring this review. For more information about Cube Dog please visit the Facebook page or download it on iTunes. Throughout my childhood, I had 4 dogs. We adopted each one from a shelter and kept them until they lived out their life. So it seems odd that at present, we don't have a furry friend in our home. My son has asked on ... Read More » -
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Rockin’ Kid-Friendly Recipes: English M...
Published on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_24548" align="aligncenter" width="480" caption="Photo Credit: Bumble Bee Foods"][/caption] Unlike many parents I know, we don't serve our children "special" kid-friendly foods. And at restaurants, we only order off the kid's menu less than half of the time. When our children began solid foods, we decided to try as much as possible to avo... Read More » -
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Little Diva Tutus Inspired By Layla Grace *Gi...
Published on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 by caryn A little over one year ago, Layla Grace's battle with cancer ended. Not only does her memory live on, her family continues to provide education and support for parents and raise public awareness about children's cancers through the Layla Grace Children’s Cancer Research Foundation. Earlier this year, I met the owner of Little Diva Tutus. Her beautiful, handm... Read More » -
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Eco Pick Of The Week: Mrs. Meyer’s Clea...
Published on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 by caryn A few years ago, I found it very difficult to find safe, sustainable skin care and cleaning products for our family. These days, the sheer number of choices can be overwhelming. While I definitely have my favorites, I'm always open to trying new eco-friendly products to see if there might be something that works more effectively for our family's needs, is more affor... Read More » -
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Sunning and Splashing At The Hyatt Regency Hu...
Published on Monday, June 6, 2011 by caryn Our family can drive less than 30 minutes and feel like we're a thousand miles away from home. If you've yet to plan your family vacation this year or are considering doing something local, the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa is a fantastic location for a summer getaway. Located just steps away from the beach, the resort offers families an idyl... Read More » -
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Neutrogena’s New Wet Skin Sunblock
Published on Sunday, June 5, 2011 by caryn This afternoon, my son and I had a wonderfully relaxing day together at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa! We lounged and splashed and generally enjoyed one of the first warmer days of the season in Southern California. Our summers in Southern California tend to start out mild with several days of June gloom, and by July and August we're scorching... Read More » -
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Shakespeare By The Sea
Published on Sunday, June 5, 2011 by caryn Have you ever done something so surreal, you had to pinch yourself to believe it was actually happening? Before my son was born, my husband and I spent almost a year in Europe and the UK working and traveling. In that time period, we backpacked across more than 12 countries. We saw and did things I had only read about in books....things like riding a mule up to ... Read More » -
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Meet and Greet With Po From Kung Fu Panda 2
Published on Saturday, June 4, 2011 by caryn Last week, my parents took my little boy to see Kung Fu Panda 2 while I stayed with my daughter. My son adored the movie and I'm hoping to see it this week! If you have a Po fan in the house (and you're local), be sure to bring the kids down for a special meet and greet with the beloved Po from Kung Fu Panda 2. Tomorrow (Sunday, June 5th), UltraLuxe Cinemas at th... Read More » -
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Walmart Shareholders’ Meeting 2011
Published on Thursday, June 2, 2011 by caryn This is definitely going to be a short post because I have to be up at 4:30 am CST. Since my body is still on PST, that translates to 2:30 am. I've contemplated just staying up! In all seriousness, I'm excited and honored to be attending the Walmart Shareholders' Meeting this year with a group of Walmart Moms. In previous years, artists such as Mariah Carey, Josh... Read More » -
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Summer at The Disneyland Resort Is Going to B...
Published on Wednesday, June 1, 2011 by caryn Summer at The Disneyland Resort is going to be incredible! I know that because this week, I headed over to both parks for a little preview. Thanks to my annual pass (and some friends on Twitter), I had an opportunity to ride The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure at Disney California Adventure and Star Tours - The Adventures Continue at Disneyland. ... Read More »
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